The California Highway Patrol reported that a 54-year-old man from Williams lost his life in a head-on collision on Monday while another driver was injured.
The man, driving a red Ford F-150 on Highway 20 west of Acacia Avenue, attempted to pass another vehicle and collided with Lakhvir Singh’s Dodge Charger around 5 a.m.
Both drivers suffered serious injuries and were taken to Adventist Health + Rideout Hospital for medical attention.
The Ford driver was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
The CHP does not suspect drugs or alcohol played a role in the accident.
CRASH INVESTIGATION
Each year, motor vehicle crashes in this country kill roughly 36,000 people and injure 1.9 million more. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, speeding was the primary cause of fatal crashes in 2018, followed by the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication; failure to stay in the proper lane; failure to yield the right of way; and distracted driving.
“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors considered and examined,” said Candice Bond, an experienced attorney and Managing Partner with Bond Legal.
“An accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision,” said Bond.
PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM
Lakhvir Singh may have the right to pursue a personal injury claim pending an investigation.
Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal, said, “Injured victims involved in a collision often seek a personal injury claim to cover the cost of medical bills, future medical care, loss of income, emotional trauma, and pain and suffering.
“Insurance companies can be notoriously unconcerned with the mounting costs that an injured party may accrue. An attorney can help. We protect the victims of these tragedies daily, forcing the insurance companies to pay for their mistakes,” he added.
